The JEEP COMPASS (2011-13) 5DR SUV 4WD 2.2 CRD DPF 161 EU5 LIMITED 6SPD is a compact five-door SUV, bringing Jeep’s rugged image and four-wheel-drive ability to the family-car market. It sits between hatchbacks and larger off-roaders: roomier and more upright than a hatch, yet easier to manage than a 4x4. mycarcheck.com records 597 checks covering 253 different VINs, a useful sample of cars in circulation. The average private-sale valuation is £3,600, with 87,000 miles recorded and about 5,000 miles driven annually. Checks show an average of just over four previous keepers, so checking each car’s history and condition is worthwhile. The diesel and four-wheel drive suit family trips, rural roads and winter journeys, while the five-door body offers space. It feels more adventurous than rivals such as Nissan Qashqai, though running costs and upkeep deserve attention. Choose Jeep Compass if you want a distinctive used SUV rather than a crossover.